Tenchijin Launches Online Satellite Data Purchase Platform 'Tenchijin EO Market'
The platform simplifies satellite data purchasing for light users and small-scale verification, potentially expanding access to Earth observation data beyond specialized organizations.
Reporting from 1 sources: ASCII.jp.
Tenchijin, Inc. launched the 'Tenchijin EO Market' online platform on June 18, allowing users to purchase PALSAR-3 observation data from JAXA's Daichi-4 satellite. The service offers two plans: a standard product at 39,800 yen per scene and a 5m mosaic starting at 4,000 yen per 10 km. The company aims to lower barriers for satellite data acquisition by enabling small-area, small-amount purchases entirely online.
Tenchijin, Inc. began offering the 'Tenchijin EO Market' online platform on June 18, enabling direct purchase of PALSAR-3 observation data from JAXA's Daichi-4 satellite. The service provides two plans: a standard product for experienced analysts and a mosaic product for smaller areas. Users can search globally, select areas via a UI, and pay by credit card. The company redesigned the purchase process to reduce the specialized knowledge and steps typically required, aiming to make satellite data accessible for disaster prevention, forestry, and infrastructure maintenance.
- PALSAR-3 Standard Product: PALSAR-3 data as supplied by JAXA, priced at 39,800 yen per scene, with multiple resolution options including Spotlight (3x1m), 3m/6m, 10m, and wide area (25m).
- PALSAR-3 5m Mosaic: Orthorectified 5m resolution data from 4,000 yen per 10 km, purchasable in 10 km square units, immediately downloadable after payment for some areas of Japan.
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